I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
Do you have piles of art and no money to spend on frames? Framing is expensive, but there are plenty of ways to display your fabulous art collection without having to sell a kidney
Keeping your beverage perfectly hot or cold isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these thermoses and your drink will remain the right temperature.
Today we found articles on daily habits to help you become an optimist, over 90 cheap date ideas, and how to deal with family members who are terrible with money.
Scam artists are constantly bombarding you with bills that look like official government mail. It is one of the most effective scams, and there’s a good chance you are already a vi
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
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Inflation is worse than you think
I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
How to Pay Less Interest on Your Credit Card Debt
You may be able to pay down your credit card debt faster with a personal loan. These are things you should consider.
10 Crazy Frugality Schemes That Just Might Work
Ready to take your frugal living beyond the everyday? Try one of these cost cutting strategies that push the boundaries of normalcy.
25 Purchases You'll Never Regret
Buyer's remorse usually follows close behind the purchases you make — especially big ones. But for these buys, know that you've done the right thing.
Should You Pay Down Debt First or Invest?
To pay down debt, or to invest? That is the question. How do you decide which way to tip the scales?
Ask the Readers: What Financial Topic Do You Want to Learn More About?
Tell us what financial topic you want to learn more about and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Double Coupons – They Could Cost You!
I recently tried (and failed) a recent Super Double Coupon promotion at my local Kmart. The bad news: I was unable to check out due to a glitch in their system, and I left all my
On Your Feet for Cheap: The Best Discount Shoe Retailers on the Web
Need a new pair of shoes? Any one of these sites will gladly deliver a pair to your door without any drama, but with lots of discounts.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
How to Cheaply Display Your Art
Do you have piles of art and no money to spend on frames? Framing is expensive, but there are plenty of ways to display your fabulous art collection without having to sell a kidney
4 Important Ways College Students Should Use Credit Cards
These are powerful ways students can use credit cards for their benefit while still avoiding debt.
The 5 Best Thermoses
Keeping your beverage perfectly hot or cold isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these thermoses and your drink will remain the right temperature.
Here's How Much Life in the Big City Will Cost You
Your dreams of big city life probably won't come cheap. Better crunch the numbers before you make the big move from Smallsville to Metropolis!
13 Businesses Your Tween Can Start
Who says you need to be an adult to create a successful side hustle?
Best Money Tips: How to Become an Optimist
Today we found articles on daily habits to help you become an optimist, over 90 cheap date ideas, and how to deal with family members who are terrible with money.
Warning: The Government Mail You Received Might Be a Scam
Scam artists are constantly bombarding you with bills that look like official government mail. It is one of the most effective scams, and there’s a good chance you are already a vi
You Can Throw a Fun and Affordable Holiday Party — Here's How
Entertain friends and family for cheap this year and and have a merry old time — once at the party, and again on bill pay day.
6 Back-to-School Items You Can Buy Used
Facing that back-to-school budget crunch? Instead of buying school supplies brand-new, get them used.
New Tools for the Unbanked
Lack of access to the banking system has been an expensive burden on the poor. Just recently, a surge in new financial products make it a lot less expensive to be unbanked.
How Reliving Past Money Mistakes Hurts Your Financial Future
We've all made money misjudgements in the past. Don't make another mistake reliving them in the present.